E61 xDrive Wheel & Tire gut check
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Hey wheel/tire gurus... I know there are several threads out there, and there's just such a vast glut of information out there (mostly for E60 AWD) but I think I've seen just a few posts from folks who have staggered setups and/or taller tires on their wheels.
So what I want is to go slightly taller with the sidewall, plus go with staggered wheels. I'm worried about clearance with the air suspension in the rears, and I prefer a more conservative setup for the wheel widths... as in I'd rather it be tucked in more than flush with the car. I found a set of staggered wheels that I like, but I'm worried that the fitment may be too aggressive with the widths.
Does this sound like a valid fitment for my E61 535xi wagon?
Front: 19x8.5 ET35 - 245/40-19
Rear: 19x9.5 ET38 - 275/35-19
Thanks!
So what I want is to go slightly taller with the sidewall, plus go with staggered wheels. I'm worried about clearance with the air suspension in the rears, and I prefer a more conservative setup for the wheel widths... as in I'd rather it be tucked in more than flush with the car. I found a set of staggered wheels that I like, but I'm worried that the fitment may be too aggressive with the widths.
Does this sound like a valid fitment for my E61 535xi wagon?
Front: 19x8.5 ET35 - 245/40-19
Rear: 19x9.5 ET38 - 275/35-19
Thanks!
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Hola neighbor.
Thanks for chipping in. Yeah, I think I've narrowed it down enough that I'm ready to pull the trigger, but it never hurts to get a little verification, especially with a semi-permanent purchase like a full set of wheels & tires.
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That's a pic of my 128 fitment before the drop.. 34.5 et frt. 35 et rear, I'd say you'd have some room..
That's a pic of my 128 fitment before the drop.. 34.5 et frt. 35 et rear, I'd say you'd have some room..
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Thanks for the info TLO03. Your setup is sweet... Is that an M-tech bumper and sideskirt? And what did you do to drop it?
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